Warning. Don’t spread rumours via SMS,

In Malaysia, those spreading rumours via SMS on racial clashes can be detained under the Internal Security Act.

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan, who issued the warning, said police were aware of unscrupulous persons spreading rumours via SMS to incite racial clashes.

He said there were such messages being circulated predicting racial clashes in Kampung Baru. "

[via The Malaysia Star]

emily | 8:42 AM | SMS and Politics |
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